The MusicalNorth American Tour, David Harris and Andr Ward join the company in the roles of The Duke of Monroth and Toulouse-Lautrec, respectively, starting Tuesday, February 7, 2023. [72] In October 2020, he was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical, one of the musical's fourteen nominations. Theres probably a couple hundred people out there, Tveit says. However, he had to leave the production on February 8, due to his working schedule. [84], Tveit moved to Manhattan in 2006 where he first lived in the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood. It changes people's minds. Tveit previously told PEOPLE that it was "exciting" to take the show to Broadway following its 2018 premiere at the Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston. Moulin Rouge! reimagines some of the movies greatest hit ditties from Lady Marmalade to Come What May but it also stays current with a mind-boggling array of pop songs from contemporary radio. The Musical." But don't get too excited, chickens.. Sahr Ngaujah, who received a Tony Award nomination for creating the role of Toulouse-Lautrec, plays his final performance on Sunday, February 5, 2023. Tveit bought the unit for $900,000 in 2016. Christian has kind of a doe-eyed quality and Aaron Tveit isn't exactly that. Theres also a deeded storage room included in the sale. The show arrived on Broadway following a run at Boston's Emerson Colonial Theatre. The project is sohuge andbuzzy, I don't thinkthey'd get as big a star asAaron Tveit for the early stages then decide there was someone better down the road. But I like that because even though the show is very presentational, you feel like you can kind of be a little more naturalistic as you would kind of on-camera a little bit," he said. Tony Award-winner Aaron Tveit returned to the Broadway company of Moulin Rouge! "And they've also given a lot of thoughts and ideas, but the biggest thing is they've given this production their blessing and it's been so incredible to have their support.". [41], In 2012, Tveit played Enjolras, leader of the student revolutionary group in the film adaptation of Les Misrables. [52] Tveit then starred in the baseball themed movie Undrafted which was released on July 15. Current star Tony nominee Derek Klena will return to the role on April 11, 2023. In early March, Aaron Tveit felt like he was coming down with a cold. "We are so privileged," Tveit said through tears at the conclusion of his speech. [20], In the interim time before the out-of-town production of Next to Normal, Tveit played Dean in the musical theatre adaptation of the film Saved!, which ran for a limited engagement at Playwrights Horizons in June 2008. In North America, hes appeared regionally at Goodspeed in Rags (Max Bronfman) and Anything Goes (Billy Crocker); Barrington Stage in Ragtime (Father); Theaterworks in Next to Normal (Dan, Connecticut Critics nomination); and, Connecticut Repertory Theatre in Les Misrables (Jean Valjean) International Concert credits include Stephen Schwartzs Defying Gravity, Boublil / Schnbergs Do You Hear the People Sing?, Andr Ward has appeared on Broadway in Escape to Margaritaville, Rock of Ages, Xanadu, Saturday Night Fever (OBC), Something Rotten and The Producers. [63] In April 2018, it was announced that Tveit would be reprising his role in the premiere engagement of Moulin Rouge! [45], Between filming seasons of Graceland, Tveit starred in the Menier Chocolate Factory's production of Sondheim's Assassins as John Wilkes Booth. [39] He appeared in Rob Epstein's Howl, a biopic about the Allen Ginsberg poem and the controversy and trial that ensued after its publication. Moulin Rouge is a favourite of mine and despite a few reservations I am really hoping to love this. The Satine/Christian dynamic reminds me a lot of say, Hercules and Meg. [77], During Broadway's closure in 2020, Tveit filmed the movie One Royal Holiday, part of Hallmark Channel's Countdown to Christmas movie slate. Tveit also revealed that Baz Luhrmann, who directed the 2001 film starring Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor as its star-crossed lovers, as well as his Luhrmann's wife, Moulin Rouge! Declan Bennett plays his final performance as The Duke of Monroth on Sunday, January 15, 2023and the role will be played by Dylan Paul from Tuesday, January 17, 2023to Sunday, February 5, 2023. Brought Him Back to Broadway. And I always remembered that, when I was a series regular on shows., Tveit didnt intend to take an eight-year break from Broadway. Theatrefanboy1. Tveit graduated from Middletown High School in 2001,[7] where he was active both in chorus and sports, playing golf, soccer and basketball; he also starred in all four of his school's musical theater productions: Seymour in Little Shop of Horrors in 9th grade, Joe Hardy in Damn Yankees in 10th grade, Tony in West Side Story in 11th grade, and Huck in Big River in 12th grade. Not all stage versions of popular movies turn out to be smash hits just ask the producers of Carrie or Big. But Moulin Rouge! has emerged as a feel-good hit of the season, attracting everyone from Ruth Bader Ginsburg to Nicole Kidman (who played the original Satine in the movie) to Lin-Manuel Miranda. 2023 Variety Media, LLC. Tveit won a Tony Award for his performance in the Tony-winning Best Musical. I went and bought tickets for the end of December to see the show (for my birthday), and while I'm fine if Aaron's not there, as a big fan of his was just wondering the likelihood he would still be around. It features a book by John Logan and a score of pop music from the past 50 years. [76] With other original cast members, he departed the production on May 8, 2022. And what's with his hair? And thats not just because theres an elephant residing in the theater. Variety is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Aaron Tveit on How 'Moulin Rouge!'. ", "Who Will Be the 2019 Broadway.com Star of the Year? For more on the 2021 Tony Awards and other top stories, listen below to our daily podcast PEOPLE Every Day. Direct from the Moulin Rouge! Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Its a lot, but its great, he says. [42] As the 'designated Broadway actor' in a celebrity ensemble cast, this was one of Tveit's most high-profile roles up to that point. The show premiered on June 6, 2013, and ran for thirty-eight episodes before being canceled after the completion of its third season in October 2015. Casting is by Jim Carnahan and Stephen Kopel. Ive done some Demi Lovato. About a year from the opening night of the out of town tryout. Based on the 2001 film,. See you bright and early tomorrow, BroadwayWorld! Check out an exclusive video of Denee performing 'On the Steps of the Palace'.. (more), VIDEO: Viral MATILDA THE MUSICAL Dance Gets Missy Elliot Remixby Michael Major, Last week, a first look at 'Revolting Children' from the new film adaptation of Matilda the Musical was released. Variety and the Flying V logos are trademarks of Variety Media, LLC. [2][3] His brother, Jon, is five years younger[4] and a Catholic priest in the Archdiocese of New York. [26] Tveit was included on AfterElton.com's 2009 list of the "37 Hottest Guys in Theater". [34] For this role he was nominated for the Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Actor in a Musical,[35] the Drama League Award for Distinguished Performance,[36] and the Fred Astaire Award for Best Male Dancer on Broadway. That makes a lot of sense. The Musical, Aaron Tveit took his final bow as Christian in the Tony Award-winning show last May. Caption: Every so often there was a rare moment of perfect balance when I soared above him. The cast recording was released more than two years later in April 2016. (Apple TV+ Original Series Soundtrack), Washington D.C. Area Film Critics Association Award, Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture, Chita Rivera Awards for Dance and Choreography, "He's Not an Impostor; He Plays One Onstage", "Broadway's next big thing Middletown native Aaron Tveit's career takes off", "Show People With Paul Wontorek Interview: "Graceland" Star Aaron Tveit", "Ten Priests Named Parochial Vicars in Parishes", "If you caught himin 'Normal,' you'dknow of his talent", "Aaron Tveit of Middletown stars in 'Next to Normal' on Broadway", "What Were You Like in High School? By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. The Musical, will return to the Broadway production for 12 weeks only, beginning January 17. Jeremy Jordan? Christian has kind of a doe-eyed quality and Aaron Tveit isn't exactly that. I know its miles away from Broadway but what are your thoughts on the chances that Aaron Tveit sticking with Moulin Rouge until the Broadway Bow. Its a tour de force moment, Timbers says. He returned to the MCC Theater Miscast Gala in April 2016. [57][58][59], Tveit returned to Barrington Stage Company for their production of Company in the role of Bobby, running from August 10 to September 10, 2017. The Musical has head back into the rehearsal room, ahead of the show's return to the Al Hirschfeld Theatre on September 24. That is the music. The design team includes Tony winner Derek McLane (sets), Tony winner Catherine Zuber (costumes), Tony winner Justin Townsend (lighting), Tony winner Peter Hylenski (sound), Drama Desk winner David Brian Brown (wig and hair design), Sarah Cimino (makeup design) and Tony winner Matt Stine (music production). His other work on the Broadway stage includes originating the roles of Gabe . The Musical is produced by Carmen PavlovicandGerry Ryan OAMforGlobal CreaturesandBillDamaschke. "The Hirschfeld in New York is so intimate. Theres an anonymity here, because people are just trying to get on with their lives. Tony Award-winner Aaron Tveit will return to the Broadway company of Moulin Rouge! Tony Award-winner Aaron Tveit will return to the Broadway company of Moulin Rouge! Doe eyed. It will feature music & lyrics by Tony Award nominees Nathan Tysen & Jason Howland, and a book by Jonathan Larson Grant winner Kait Kerrigan, helmed by award-winning director Marc Bruni.. 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Jordan Meets Reporter at 'Creed III' Premiere Who 'Teased Him all the Time' in High School: 'I Was the Corny Kid, Right? on Broadway, a performance for which he won the 2020 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical and received a 2020 Grammy Award nomination. Plus he's a bankable name! But maybe this will push Aaron in a new direction. [29][30] In August, he also starred in the Hollywood Bowl's production of Rent directed by Neil Patrick Harris, as Roger Davis. [46] The production ran from November 21, 2014, to March 7, 2015. Derek Klena, who currently plays the role of Christian, will exit the production on Jan. 15 and return on April 11. By Ramin Setoodeh. Douglas Elliman; Roy Rochlin/Getty Images, 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. 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